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Mistress of My Fate

Mistress of My Fate

Historical FictionRomance
Pages
453
Published
2011
Language
English

Synopsis

In 1789 England, Henrietta Lightfoot flees her home under a cloud of scandal, possessing few practical skills. With no family support, her only hope lies with the elusive Lord Allenham. Henrietta's desperate search leads her into London's glittering, debauched underworld, where she discovers new talents at the card table and on stage. She must navigate this new world to take control of her destiny.

Prose complexity
4/10

Vibe

Adventurous
Coming of AgeRedemption Arc

Genres

Historical Fiction Romance History

About the author

H
Hallie Rubenhold

Hallie Rubenhold is a historian known for her work on women's lives in history. Her books, including Covent Garden Ladies and The Five: The Untold Lives of the Women Killed by Jack the Ripper, re-examine historical narratives and bring forgotten stories to light.

Characters

Henrietta LightfootProtagonist
Lord AllenhamSupporting
All characters in Mistress of My Fate